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BOO HEWARDINE AND BROOKS WILLIAMS – STATE OF THE UNION
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickBoo Hewerdine and Brooks Williams aka State of the Union, create a magical, stripped back and enthralling musical atmosphere with two guitars and two voices. Their performances are consistently brilliant, equal parts emotive and entertaining.
THE DUNWELLS
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickThe Dunwells are a successful Leeds-based Indie-folk / Americana band with strong vocals, powerful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Their debut album "Blind Sighted Faith" was released in 2012 following which they have released a further six albums / EPs.
THE FORTUNES
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickThe Fortunes has members of The Dakotas and Marmalade within their Ranks. Eddie Mooney Fronted The Dakotas for years as well as being in Billy J Kramer's Band. Both The Dakotas and Billy J Kramer played many times at The Cavern.
SING THE MUSICALS
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportThe first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time performed by a sensational live band and character singers, a giant screen with singalong lyrics make this the must-see show of 2024/25.
TAYLORMANIA: TAYLOR SWIFT ERAS ULTIMATE TRIBUTE
The Atkinson Lord Street, SouthportKaty Ellis, a self-obsessed 'Swiftie', with an incredible live band and dancers, will deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor experience. The show has already taken 'Swiftie' fans across the world by storm.
THE ALAN HULL SONGBOOK
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickWhen Alan Hull, frontman and songwriter of legendary band Lindisfarne, died, his widow, Pat asked their son-in-law Dave Hull-Denholm to sort through Alan's home studio. Dave discovered dozens of demo tapes of previously unheard material.
JAY LEWIS
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickAt age 8, James picked up his first guitar and embarked on a lifelong journey in music. Self-taught, honing his craft through countless hours of listening to the likes of Hendrix, Zeppelin, Floyd, Nick Drake, and many more.
THE REAL PEOPLE
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickThe Real People, or "The Realies" as they are known to their fans, formed in 1987 and over the following four years were as pivotal as The La's and The Stone Roses in reinventing rock & roll, after the synth-led new wave music which had dominated the 80s.
Defying Gravity-West End Women
St. George's Hall BradfordDefying Gravity - West End Women is a celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage. Featuring the best loved songs from the West End and Broadway, performed by a cast of incredible vocalists and an all female band. £26.75 - £32.75.
GRAINNE DUFFY
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickThe release of "Test of Time" and the accompanying official video to the title song further marked the development in a short time of Duffy's reputation in the U.K. During 2012 she became an artist in high demand on the summer festival circuit in UK and began extensively touring in England.
The Take That Experience
The Muni Theatre ColneWith acclaimed vocal performances, stunning replica costumes and iconic dance routines, The Take That Experience recreate the magic of Take That live on stage with their ‘Greatest Hits Tour’.
KATHERINE PRIDDY
Pocklington Arts Centre YorkThe Pendulum Swing was greeted with critical acclaim in the press as it landed at #1 in the official UK Folk Charts.
HOWLIN’ RIC & THE ROCKETEERS
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre, BarnoldswickLeeds-based Howlin' Ric & the Rocketeers play vibrant and authentic rock and roll, roving from raucous rhythm and blues right through to dreamy popcorn love songs. Wailing vocals, virtuosic sax and biting, grooving guitar will have the audience bouncing, swinging and sweating from start to finish.
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsThis breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California, Barking to Bangkok, and Swindon to Sweden, and is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles. £23 - £25.
Jimi – The Legend Lives On
The Muni Theatre ColneThis is the show ALL HENDRIX fans have been waiting for… Starring John Campbell, widely regarded as the worlds best Jimi Hendrix tribute artist and featuring his all-star band.
JAZZ CLUB: THE GELATOS
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyJazz Club is back with Front Room favourites The Gelatos! This high-energy trio never fails to put a smile on every audience member’s face as they play their masterful mix of tunes guaranteed to get you dancing in your seat.
Chicago Blues Brothers: Respect
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsThis multi-award-winning show is backed by one of the hottest live bands in the business, the beautiful, sweet soul sisters, and of course, the incomparable Jake and Elwood, in this all-singing, all-dancing high-octane musical mash-up with all The Chicago Blues Brothers classics.
Pink Floydian
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenGet ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Pink Floydian, the premier Pink Floyd tribute band, prepares to captivate audiences with their mesmerizing live performance.
McBREEN’S MUSIC BINGO
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyGet ready for a night like no other…. bingo, but without numbers; instead, song titles! A lively celebration of the greatest hits of all time….everything from the 1950s to the present day….
Marvin Gaye Songbook
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonBrand new for 2024 from hit producers Entertainers – the team behind, The Magic of Motown, Lost in Music and Fastlove!
Country Hits Live
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsPerformed by a cast of multi-award-winning musicians and singers, prepare be taken back through the history of country music featuring songs from Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks right through to Taylor Swift and Luke Combs. £29 - £34.
COLDPLACE
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyColdplace - The World's Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time.
Brain Tumour Charity Fundraiser
Colne Legion Club Keighley Road, ColneEvening fundraiser with LA BAMBA BAND and pie and peas supper, lucky ticket number and grand raffle. Supper at 9.15 pm. Tickets on sale now at £10.
Pinsuti Chamber Choir
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonPinsuti Chamber Choir is delighted to return to Skipton Town Hall with an evening of inspiring music to feed the soul, and to celebrate the beauty of nature. Under 18s free.
Abba Sensation
Preston Playhouse Market Street West, PrestonImmerse yourself in the authentic Abba experience. Sensation will transport you back to the golden days of ABBA, with stunning harmonies, costumes, choreography and a sprinkling of light-hearted humour. £18/£20.
Skipton Music Presents: Kosmos Ensemble
Skipton Town Hall High Street, SkiptonFor this concert the group have crafted a unique programme inspired by music from all around the globe. £25, under 30yr £10, under 19yr £2.
Aled Jones – Full Circle
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesPrepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star.
The Rocket Man – A tribute to Elton John
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterThis is the world’s favourite celebration to a musical icon. The Rocket Man and our amazing live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits.
Bootleg Eagles
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe Bootleg Eagles take their audience on a powerful journey through the band's career, from their country-rock roots to global chart-toppers. £20/£22.
Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra & Bfd Festival Choral Society
St. George's Hall Bridge Street, BradfordBradford Festival Choral Society, in collaboration with the Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra, presents a dramatic and diverse concert - promising to captivate audiences with its blend of contemporary and classical masterpieces. Carl Orff's iconic Carmina Burana, Reena Esmail's This Love Between Us. £17.75 - £35.75.
Oasiz Tribute Band
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonTo celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of (What’s the story) Morning Glory, OASIZ are embarking on a 2025 UK tour and this is your chance to see them in top form.
21st Century Tennessee
Burnley Mechanics Manchester Road, BurnleyThe ultimate must-see modern day country show, combining all your favourite contemporary artists and hits into one phenomenal live show.
Walk Like A Man
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonWalk Like A Man is the ultimate celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, recreating the iconic powerful falsetto with perfection.
The Choral Pilgrimage 2025
Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, BlackburnIn an age of resurgent conflict and frenetic demands on our attention, the 2025 Choral Pilgrimage: Angel of Peace offers a slice of tranquility in many forms courtesy of luminous, purifying music traversing six centuries.
The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience
The Muni Theatre ColneIn a show that has been described as “absolutely amazing” and “truly authentic”, take a trip down memory lane as you re-live the story lines and all the brilliant music of both classic films of The Commitments and the The Blues Brothers in a full live-band experience, where Chicago Blues meets Dublin Soul. £26, concs £22.
The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective
Ilkley Playhouse Weston Road, IlkleyThe Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective! feature some of the region’s hottest gypsy jazz and swing players live at the Ilkley Playhouse.
Six – Musical
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordFrom Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. Vaious times and prices.
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate LancasterExperience the ultimate tribute to Whitney’s remarkable musical repertoire in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band.
The Big Brass Blowout
Bradford City Centre Various venues, BradfordThe Big Brass Blowout brings together a variety of class brass acts for three glorious days and nights of music across Bradford District. From Black Dyke classics to bhangra mash-ups, come along to celebrate the best in brass. See website for the full programme of concerts and events.
The UK Pink Floyd Experience
Albert Halls Victoria Square, BoltonCelebrating 50 years since the release of the ‘Wish You Were Here’ album, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live – featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and more than two hours of incredible music
Made In Motor City
The Victoria Theatre Fountain Street, HalifaxThe Made In Motor City performance recreates the classic music and sounds of Motown hits from the 1960s/1970s. The show is dedicated to recreating the Sounds of Detroit (Motor City), fronted by the incredible talents of the bands three female vocalists, Alex Schofield, Loise Leather and Kerry-Jo Reed. £18, concs £16.
Lionel – The Music Of Lionel Richie
Lowther Pavilion Lowther Terrace, Lytham St, AnnesFollowing his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night at The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. £28 - £30.
La Boheme
The Alhambra Theatre Morley Street, BradfordSenbla presents Opera International's award-winning Ellen Kent production featuring the Ukranian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. £30.25 - £48.25.
Guys and Dolls
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolDon’t miss the Musical Event of the Year from local company Blackpool Operatic Players – Guys and Dolls Is Back. Join Us for a Wild Ride Through New York City’s Most Colourful Characters! 7.30pm. Fri & Sat mat 2pm.£20 - £38.
The Story of Guitar Heroes
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyHailed as the UK’s leading guitar-fest, The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to the most iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music.
From No Parlez to The Secret Of Association – An Intimate Evening With Paul Young
The Muni Theatre ColnePaul will be meeting fans, singing songs, and telling stories about his incredible career. It’s time to revel in the classic hits and learn the stories behind them in this intimate show. £32. Meet and greet £82.
Fastlove
King’s Hall Station Road, IlkleyDirect from London’s West End, this is one of the world’s favourite George Michael celebrations! £31.75 - £36.75.
Deeper Purple
Darwen Library Theatre Knott Street, DarwenDeeper Purple deliver the most authentic tribute to the giants of Classic Rock that influenced generations of musicians and music fans for over 50 years!
The Sensational Sixties Experience 2025
The Grand Theatre BlackpoolThe Sensational Sixties Experience has the definite feelgood factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960’s. Starring Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich, The Trems (featuring Jeff Brown, former member of The Tremeloes), Steve Ellis (The Voice of Love Affair), The Fortunes, and Vanity Fare.
Emilio Santoro as Elvis
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsInternationally acclaimed, Emilio Santoro brings his award-winning Elvis Presley theatre show to the UK.